• Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences at Cardiff University is a 3 years program.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • This BSc course is full-time over three academic years (four including the Professional Training Year option), with 120 credits attained in each year. 
  • Year 1 is made up of six 20-credit modules, with three 40-credit modules taught in year 2.
  • Students spent year 3 on a professional placement and, in the final year, the research project carries 30 credits and is accompanied by three 30-credit modules.
  • In the project, students can make use of the latest equipment, techniques, and facilities in their project work.
  • The core knowledge and understanding is acquired via lectures, practical classes, research seminars, workshops, and tutorials.
  • During the placement, students will undertake all aspects of research, including experimental design, data acquisition, and analysis, and data presentation.
  • The primary interaction with academic staff will be during lectures, laboratory practical sessions, workshops, or small-group teaching sessions (tutorials). 
  • Students will also be allocated a Personal Tutor who will provide pastoral support and academic advice throughout the course.
  • About 93% of the School’s graduates get employment and/or further study within six months of graduating.
  • The department consists of 100 academic staff, 150 research staff, 160 postgraduate students, and 2000 undergraduate students.
  • The School of Biosciences plays a lead role in the University's Neuroscience and Mental Health Research Institute and European Cancer Stem Cell Research Institute, offering access to a wide range of exciting training opportunities.